Srinagar: Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday expressed grief over the death of ten army soldiers who were killed in an accident in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir.
“Deeply saddened to hear the tragic news from Doda, where an army vehicle met with an accident, claiming the lives of 10 brave soldiers and leaving several others injured. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and prayers for the swift recovery of the injured,” Mufti said in a post on X.
An army truck skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in Doda on Thursday, killing 10 soldiers and injuring 11 others, officials said.
A joint rescue operation by the army and police was launched immediately. While 10 soldiers died on the spot, the 10 injured were evacuated to Command Hospital, Udhampur.
Army’s Nagrota-based White Knight Corps posted on X. “An army vehicle carrying troops for an operation slipped off the road while navigating treacherous terrain in bad weather in the general area of Doda. While 10 so far have died, we have shifted 10 others to Udhampur Command Hospital for treatment. Three among the injured were airlifted to the Command Hospital in view of their critical condition.”
An inquiry has been ordered to ascertain whether the accident was caused by mechanical failure or the challenging road conditions at Khanni Top.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his grief over the tragedy, extending his heartfelt condolences to the families of the soldiers and wishing for the speedy recovery of those injured.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also conveyed his sympathies on X, stating, “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives of our brave army personnel in an unfortunate road accident in Doda. My thoughts are with the bereaved families in this hour of grief. I have directed the district administration to ensure every possible medical assistance.”
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also posted his condolences on X: “My heart goes out to the families who have lost their loved ones in the service of the nation. I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured and have directed the district administration to provide all necessary assistance.”
